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Levon Aronian Wins Global Chess League with Triveni Continental Kings

2026-06-26 · Levon Aronian · Match Report

Levon Aronian led the Triveni Continental Kings to a thrilling victory in the Global Chess League on July 7. The team made a stunning comeback to win the league.

What happened?

The Triveni Continental Kings were almost out of the league but managed to qualify for the final.

Key moments

Levon Aronian played a crucial role in the team's success, defeating top players like Magnus Carlsen and Ian Nepomniachtchi.

Aronian joined the team just a week before the league and proved to be a blessing in disguise.

Experience and format

Aronian praised the format of the league, saying it was a great idea to have six games with one color at the same time.

The team's coach, Loek Van Wely, inspired the team with the story of the Miami Heat and Boston Celtics' NBA playoff series.

Aronian also praised International Master and Women's GM Sara Khadem, who brought composure to the team after another player's pull-out.

The team's youngest member, Grandmaster Jonas Buhl Bjerre, stole the show in the epic tie-break, winning the league for the Triveni Continental Kings.

Future prospects

The Global Chess League's format can be the next stage for chess, according to Aronian.

The league ended on an exciting note, with the Triveni Continental Kings emerging as the winners.

Aronian's wins against Jan-Krzysztof Duda and Maxime Vachier-Lagrave were notable, and he was happier with these victories.

The team's victory was a historical comeback, and they are all proud of it, said Aronian.

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